1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 338 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
